Alomide

— THERAPEUTIC CATEGORIES —
  • Ocular allergy/inflammation

Alomide Generic Name & Formulations

General Description

Lodoxamide tromethamine 0.1%; oph soln; contains benzalkonium chloride.

Pharmacological Class

Mast cell stabilizer.

How Supplied

Soln—10mL

Alomide Indications

Indications

Vernal conjunctivitis, keratoconjunctivitis, or keratitis.

Alomide Dosage and Administration

Adults and Children

<2yrs: not recommended. ≥2yrs: 1–2 drops 4 times daily for up to 3 months.

Alomide Contraindications

Contraindications

Do not wear soft contact lenses during treatment.

Alomide Boxed Warnings

Not Applicable

Alomide Warnings/Precautions

Warnings/Precautions

Pregnancy (Cat.B). Nursing mothers.

Alomide Pharmacokinetics

See Literature

Alomide Interactions

Not Applicable

Alomide Adverse Reactions

Adverse Reactions

Transient burning, stinging or discomfort, pruritus, blurred vision, dry eye, discharge, hyperemia, crystalline deposits, foreign body sensation, headache.

Alomide Clinical Trials

See Literature

Alomide Note

Not Applicable

Alomide Patient Counseling

See Literature